![]() ![]() Today, we continue with the Trainer Gallery subset from Sword & Shield – Astral Radiance. Follow me through a journey through this latest set as we appreciate the artwork, discuss the card's place in the set, and discuss what certain elements of the expansion may imply for the future of the Pokémon TCG. Sword & Shield – Astral Radiance also continues the Trainer Gallery, a special subset of Character Rares, Character Super Rares, Full Art Trainers, and Black & Gold VMAXes that began in the previous set, Sword & Shield – Brilliant Stars. The difference, though, is a special holo pattern on the text area of the card. Radiant Pokémon are similar to Shining Pokémon of the past as they include a Shiny Pokémon with holofoil and texture on the figure rather than the background. It is the tenth set under the Sword & Shield banner and is the first to include the Radiant Pokémon mechanic. The expansion, Sword & Shield – Astral Radiance, came out on May 27th, 2022. ![]() This one isn't that different from its other cards in this set, but the happiness radiating off this one will surely translate to those lucky enough to pull it.In May 2022, Pokémon TCG released the second main series set of 2022. Togekiss V: Finally, the set of Full Art Pokémon V cards for Vivid Voltage ends with the iconic Togekiss taking flight.Aegislash V: Not only is Aegislash an underrated Pokémon, but the mixture of muted purple, pastel pink, and gleaming gold here is absolutely stunning.Steelix V: It says a lot about the quality of Vivid Voltage that this is probably the weakest Full Art card in the set.Drapion V: It was a bit surprising to see Drapion get the amount of attention it did in this set, but this card, with its jungle-like background, makes a great case for it.Galarian Sirfetch'd V: Is it just me, or does this one give Dragon Ball Z vibes? It looks almost as if Sirfetch'd is powering up for the attack.Coalossal V: This stony Pokémon looks like its cut from precious gems here, and so does the dazzling, prism background of this card.With a slight wave of psychic energy coming off of him, Alakazam looks incredibly intimidating in this red and golden Full Art card. Alakazam V: This one is effective in its simplicity.Ampharos V: Mareep's final stage looks like its dancing in the thunder here, and collectors might feel the same if they pull this rare Full Art V.Code Card - Crown Zenith Premium Figure Collection Shiny Zacian Code Card. Pikachu is the true star of Vivid Voltage, and this card is no exception. Code Card - Crown Zenith Pokemon Center Elite Trainer Box Plus. From the SWSH 3.5 Champions Path expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. But any true Pokémon TCG collector will have a hard time letting this one go. Full Art Ultra Rare Pokémon Card of the character Grapploct. Pikachu V: Obviously everyone is going for the Rainbow Rare Pikachu VMAX, but the Full Art Pikachu V is already ramping up to be one of the most valuable cards of the set.It makes me feel sort of like I could take a bite out of that big head of his. Galarian Darmanitan V: Darmanitan's normal V card is an icy cool blue, but this Full Art card switches it up with a background that evokes… well, candy.Talonflame V: This stunning card sets the fiery bird from Kalos shine over a cool blue background, which really allows Talonflame to pop.Zarude V: With the silvery foil line, this new Mythical Pokémon looks like a force to be reckoned with.Pokémon V Full Art cards in Vivid Voltage. The style of these truly makes pulling such a rare card special and it's actually a bit disarmingly funny to see Orbeetle, usually in a frenzy on its cards, appear so subdued for once. Orbeetle V: Let's just look at this one up close first to compare the difference between this and the original, non-Full Art Pokémon V Cards.These textured cards feature different artwork than the standard V, replacing the dark line art style with holographic lines. Let's take a look at the stunning Full Art Pokémon V cards featured in this Pokémon TCG expansion, which are quite rare pulls. The Vivid Voltage expansion has stormed the Pokémon Trading Card Game community, adding a collection of beautiful new cards that collectors are eager to pull.
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